“The gown was completely yellowed and there were caramelization stains from champagne or sugar or salt that were never cleaned properly,” said Carey Emery, bridal coordinator at Margaret’s. “To lift the stains from the delicate fabric, the gown was soaked in a Jacuzzi tub for several days.

“Our seamstress had to make brand-new lace-covered buttons, and there were certain areas where there were tears and missing or loose pearls that needed to be replaced and tightened. It came out really beautifully.”

Four of the seven previous dress wearers will be at Jordan’s wedding. One cousin cannot attend and her aunt, the original bride, and her mother have passed away.

“They won’t be there physically, but by wearing that dress and my mother’s jewelry and marrying in the church where I was baptized, I know they are just all around me,” said Jordan of her departed loved ones. “With all my family around me and Joe next to me, that is a great way to start a life together.”